COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Government reserves the right to award without discussions. In accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(i), all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. This a Request for Quotes (RFQ) and incorporates FAR provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-96. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District requires new materials testing laboratory equipment for the Herbert Hoover Dike Resident Office, located in Wellington, Fl. The detailed list and specifications are attached in this Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. All of the laboratory equipment must be purchased, delivered and installed by June 12, 2018. The laboratory equipment corresponds to the anticipated start of the contractor on-site production for the Cutoff Wall Extension project. In order to support the anticipated quality assurance material testing volume for the water control structure and cutoff wall projects, the timely procurement and delivery of the materials testing laboratory equipment will be required to increase test production capabilities. Early delivery is acceptable. Delivery shall be accomplished during regular work hours, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Items may be shipped separately and as available to facilitate meeting delivery and installation/set-up requirements and needs. *Please note, that the installation of Item 1k compressed air dryer, Item 1p vacuum pump, and Item 8 HD Compressor will be completed by others and priority delivery of these items is needed to facilitate set-up of remaining portions of Item 1. Therefore, priority items needed to facilitate installation and set-up of Item 1 includes Item 1k, Item 1p, and Item 8. The associated NAICS code is: 541380 Testing Laboratories. Small Business size standard is: $15,000,000. This requirement is for the purchase and installation of the following Materials Testing Laboratory Equipment: CLIN 0001- Lab Testing Equipment (See attached .pdf) Delivery: Required by 12 June 2018, to include all applicable installation Location of Work: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 13849 Wellington Trace, Wellington, FL 33414. The provision at 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The provision at 52.212-2 Evaluation--Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition; with the only evaluation factor being price. The provision at 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Offeror shall include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its offer. The clause at 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The clause at 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Additional FAR clauses cited in 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, that apply to this acquisition - 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards - 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment - 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations - 52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation - 52.222-3 Convict Labor - 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities - 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity - 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities - 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons - 52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving - 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases - 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management - 52.233-3 Protest After Award - 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim Additional Provision that apply to this acquisition: - 52.203-18 Prohibition On Contracting With Entities That Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements Or Statements--Representation - 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting - 52.204-22 Alternative Line Item Proposal - 52.209-11 Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction Under Any Federal Law - 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options - 52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran-Representation and Certifications. - 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials - 252.204-7008 Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls. - 252.204-7011 Alternative Line Item Structure Additional Clauses that apply to this acquisition: - 52.203-19 Prohibition On Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements Or Statements - 52.204-7 System for Award Management - 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance - 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance - 52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and - Certifications. - 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract - 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations - 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors - 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials - 252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights - 252.204-7004 Alternate A, System for Award Management - 252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting - 252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support - 252.225-7048 Export-Controlled Items - 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments - 252.237-7010 Prohibition on Interrogation of Detainees by Contractor Personnel Open Market pricing is required. Award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable, responsive, responsible offeror. Anticipated Award Date is: 30 April 2018 Proposals are due by 16:00 PM EST, 19 April 2018. Proposals shall be sent via email to
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